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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY.A BRIEF NOTE BEYOND ITS REGULATORY MANDATORY NATURE
[/vc_column_text][us_separator][vc_column_text]This text does not aim to emphasize the obligation to comply with the requirements of this subject matter, in the face of the institutions with the respective jurisdiction. Rather, it seeks to recognize the immediate benefits that result from properly exercising risk management in our operations. Risks exist everywhere, some more evident or noticeable than others, physical or psychological, but undeniably present in our workplaces. Is it possible to mitigate all risks in our workplaces? Without a doubt, the answer is yes. Doing so involves identifying the set of activities and measures necessary to avoid or reduce the risks arising from unsafe conditions in the establishment. This requires the willingness of the employers, but also the commitment of everyone in the company, regardless of age, gender, or position in the company's hierarchical structure, to the point of being honest and freely conducting self-analysis that will lead to suggestions for talks, workshops, and, ultimately, highly beneficial complementary programs. For example, in a country where there is more of a culture of violence than a literary one, it is extremely advisable to counteract the complexity of the phenomenon with programs and training delivered by professionals with experience in topics of interest, who motivate everyone's participation and, without entering into endless case studies, present real-life situations where workers find solutions, a path, or at least hope. Employers must be clear that meeting and exceeding the company's goals and objectives annually is a collective battle in which everyone participates from their respective positions. However, in everyday life, there are thousands of battles being fought simultaneously on that same battlefield: the office. Each member of the organization struggles with their own challenges, and there's no doubt that being in a place where this understanding exists and empathy materializes will lighten the load. Therefore, knowing our people, empathizing with their personal situations, speaking up when needed or remaining silent and simply supporting them, makes us more genuine and authentic employers; the kind for whom employees willingly and honestly go the extra mile. It seems appropriate to be aware of these individual realities, support with constant, accessible, and timely information, training on various topics, and ultimately, foster closeness with employees. From this perspective, humanizing compliance with the requirements of Occupational Health and Safety regulations becomes, as they would say in court, useful and pertinent.[/vc_column_text][us_separator][vc_column_text]Written by: Lic. Ricardo Bolaños [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
